The Wire 3x07 Reaction

I'll probably never come back to this comment but into the abyss it goes anyway... Watch Sopranos please

I know that feeling lol

I once again find myself in the position where I want to say something significant about the importance of the episode, but both the girls and other commenters have pretty much covered all the bases. It's what I love so much about this reaction series, everyone is really engaged. I'm glad the girls immediately picked up on just how unbelievably creepy Jimmy was being in this episode. Given that it's just a plot device, I bet that a lot of people may have overlooked it. The interconnectedness of the storylines is really what seals the deal for me on season 3. Knowing how Carcetti talking to Royce (and, in general, what both those men do) will have a ripple effect to the police department, and as a result to Hamsterdam/Barksdale/Marlo/Prop Joe, I really do have to commend the show for being so well written. It does remind me of some of the best moments of Game Of Thrones, which also had a vast cast and geography. Like a chess board, when one piece is moved, you instinctively know that it could effect every other piece, no matter what the relation. I think Jimmy's stubbornness over Dee's death is a great example of that. Not to give anything away of course, because we're already seeing the ramifications of his fixation. I'm having an absolute blast with this reaction series, I truly don't want it to end. The first half of season 3 is what I consider to be the weakest of the entire series, and it's still amazing, so I'm so excited for the remaining episodes, now that we are officially halfway through The Wire.

Switzerland. I can’t remember which city, but there are designated zones set up where you can get high, but you’re surrounded by medical staff who provide clean needles and medical support. Something like this, but with additional emphasis on providing mental health and rehabilitation would be ideal. At the end of the day, there is a market for it and you will never be able to stop the drug trade without getting rid of that market. Getting rid of the suppliers, or simply moving them elsewhere will not stop the drug trade. Investing in education for young people before they’re sucked into that world, as well as providing opportunities for those who are already in it to leave. This is the only way to really make an impact in my opinion

Welcome to Carverland, some redemption interesting things

Carver doesn't see Bodie as a child, that's the difference. Not sure where he draws the line between child and scumbag drugdealer, around 15 maybe? Edit: No, younger even. The kid they beat up in the first episode of this season was 14. So I guess for him somewhere around 13-14 is the line between innocent child and scum, not even worthy of human rights.

I hope you guys find the time to watch all five remaining episodes from this season in one sitting.

Absolutely loving your reactions to this show thanks for choosing it and bringing such thoughtful discussion. It's incredible to me how "slow" shows that are heavy on dialogue like this and Better Call Saul manage to pack so much in to every episode and (imo) are more engrossing than those shows which favour the action packed sequences over character development and subtle plot points that feel grounded in reality. Look forward to your discussions as this show really heads towards one of the highest peaks in television history

Fun fact. The actor who plays the Deacon that Cutty talks to is Melvin Williams. He was a real life drug kingpin in Baltimore during the 70's and 80's. David Simon, "The Wire"'s creator, wrote an article about him in the 80's while Williams was in Jail and Simon was a local Baltimore reporter. https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/2638846-Easy-Money-Anatomy-of-a-Drug-Empire

Yay! I stayed up hoping for the upload. Will watch this rn then comment tomorrow x